1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1181 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Prefect | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Prefect | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
